Sermons on 1 Thessalonians 4:16-5:15:

Up In The Air Series

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Jun 4, 2003

Spiritual indecision leads to sickness and ultimately to death. We are scared of taking risks. Black history shows us, however, that without accepting risk there is no progress.

You should be a fly on the wall around our house on Friday evenings. You see, Friday evenings are our night for ourselves. We try not to take on church things on Fridays, and unless you are at the point of death, you can wait for your pastoral call until Saturday morning. The pastor and his ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18

Denomination: Baptist

Can Your Church Work With Alcohol Effected Youth And Adults

Contributed by Bruce Landry on Apr 2, 2002

A look at our roles as ministers to the large number of people in our churches and societies that suffer from this phenomenon known as Fetal Alcohol Syndrome/Fetal Alcohol Effect and by the broader term Alcohol Related Neurological Birth Defects ARND.

Can Your Church work with Alcohol Related Neurological Birth Defected Adolescents and Adults Dealing with Difficult People By: Bruce Landry I. What Are the Issues of Alcohol Related Birth Defects The issues that are relevant to children and adults who are born and are living daily with ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

We're Out Of Here Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Apr 10, 2002

This is the 3rd sermon in the series "The End". This sermon is about the rapture.

Sunday Evening, April 14, 2002 Bel Aire Baptist Church Series: “The End” [#3] WE’RE OUT OF HERE! 1 Thessalonians 4:1-18 Introduction: 1. We have come to an exciting part of our study as Christians. Imagine with me for a moment: Airplanes falling from the sky without pilots, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

Wiggleworms, Dragonflies, And Acorns

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Apr 19, 2002

Don’t forget heaven. Don’t forget heaven!

Wiggleworms, Dragonflies, and Acorns Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com Text: John 14:1 Let not your heart be troubled, ye believe in God, believe also in me. 2 In my Father’s house are many mansions: if it were not true I would have told you. I GO TO PREPARE A PLACE FOR YOU. 3. AND IF I GO ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-7, 1 Thessalonians 4:17

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Funeral

Contributed by Wade Hatfield on May 11, 2002

This message was created for someone who I did not personally know, but whom others said was a christian. It is easily adaptable.

Good morning, and thank you for coming. Today, we’ve come to celebrate the life and share the loss of Myrna Fawn Ramsey…known to most as simply…”Fawn.” We’ve come to remember, tell stories, and say good-bye to Fawn. And as hard as it is, this service will help us begin the process of letting ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18

Denomination: Holiness

Why Date Setting Is Wrong

Contributed by Jerry Falwell on May 15, 2002

Setting dates for Christ’s return.

Why Date Setting Is Wrong by Jerry Falwell A. INTRODUCTION 1. Many have been wrong. a. William Miller on October 22, 1844 waited with hundreds in the Seventh Day Adventist Church. b. Jehovah Witness predicted Christ returned in 1874, and was crowned as King in 1914. c. Edgar C. Whisenant ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:36-44, 1 Thessalonians 5:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

The Hope Of The Redeemed

Contributed by Sonny Thomas, Sr. on Jul 30, 2003

For the child of God, there is the assurance that Jesus will return for them.

I am so thankful to God that I do not have hope in this life only. For if we do, the Apostle Paul states that we are men that are most miserable. But God gives His children a joy that is unspeakable and full of glory. God has taken the misery of our lives and placed it on Christ as He hung on the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18

Denomination: Baptist

Wonderful Impact Of The Awaited Coming Of Christ

Contributed by Jose Cabajar on Aug 31, 2003

Knowledge and mindfulness of the glorious coming of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ lead us to deep spirituality.

<PRE> The coming of Christ is a subject that could stir the mind of every Christian to imagine the excitement of going home to heaven and be with the Lord for eternity. What a blessed hope to every believer living in this crooked and troubled world. Many believers who are in their ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

Let Us Not

Contributed by Gerry Pratt on Jun 26, 2002

Bringing out the positive from the negative phrase, "Let us not"....which is found in several places within the Scriptures.

While preparing a sermon I was using my search feature in which I came across an interesting word group. A. The word group was: “let us not”. 1. I was too busy to do anything but notice this at the time, but later on I was able to get back to this word group to see, upon further ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:4-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Now Playing: Back To The Future!

Contributed by Rick Shockley on Jun 29, 2002

In light of the things happening in our world, what does the future hold? Where are we headed? When will the world end?

Now Playing: “Back To The Future!” 1 THESSALONIANS 4:13-18; MATTHEW 24:42-44; 25:13 1 Thes. 4:13-18 Brothers, we do not want you to be ignorant about those who fall asleep, or to grieve like the rest of men, who have no hope. 14We believe that Jesus died and rose again and so we believe that ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18

The Rapture Of The Church

Contributed by Larry Cockerham on Jul 1, 2002

The Rapture of the Church will be the most startling event to happen in all of human history. Millions will disappear in "the twinkling of an eye."

The Rapture of the Church will be the most startling event to happen in all of human history. Millions will disappear in "the twinkling of an eye." Great confusion and bewilderment will occupy the minds of those left behind. Many explanations for the disappearance of those missing will be ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:16-17

Denomination: Baptist

"The Grave Isn't The Final Word"

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Jul 11, 2002

Death is the final healing and homecoming, but it’s still tough for us who remain and grieve.

Funeral meditation: "The grave isn’t the final word" Someone in our family is in the hospital, dieing, and we whisper at the bedside, “I’d do anything to make you well.” I heard a relative say, “If I could take your sickness and have you well, I would.” That is exactly what God the Father did. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18

Denomination: Congregational

Eulogy Fred Issac Fendley

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Apr 23, 2003

This sermon is for a Christian who was married 61 years 4 months and highlights his marriage.

Fred Isaac Fendley April 23,2003 Although Fred Isaac Fendley made his entrance into the world on September 20, 1920 in the deep south in Birmingham, Alabama, God had taken note of his presence in heaven a long time before that. For the Scriputes tell us in Psalm 139:13-16 For you ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Are You Ready For The Rapture

Contributed by Donnie Martin on Apr 26, 2003

This message seeks to show that since the Rapture could take place at any time, we need to be ready, by knowing that we have trusted Christ as Savior, and by living holy and godly lives.

ARE YOU READY FOR THE RAPTURE? Text: I Thess.4: 13-18 Intro: Though the word “rapture” is often used in theological discussions, it is never used in the Bible. This does not mean however, that it is an unscriptural term, or that it should not be used. In verse seventeen of our text we find ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18

Denomination: Baptist

Funeral Sermon

Contributed by Joseph Wallis on Feb 22, 2002

General funeral for a faithful Christian

FUNERAL MESSAGE FOR A CHRISTIAN TEXT - Deut. 29:29 - "The secret things belong unto the Lord our God but those things which are revealed belong unto us." Death is not an easy thing to accept. Even under the best of circumstances, death is a terrible thing. Nature has it’s seasons but death can ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 29:29, 1 Thessalonians 4:13-17, 1 Corinthians 15:55, 1 Corinthians 13:12

Denomination: Baptist